| Model Year | 2010 | 2013 | |
| Model | Volvo C30 | Ford Escape | |
| Engine | turbocharged 2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 227 hp@5000 236 lb-ft@1500 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 240 hp@5500 270 lb-ft@3000 |
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| Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 2dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 103.9 in | 105.9 in | -2 in |
| Length | 167.4 in | 178.1 in | -10.7 in |
| Width | 70.2 in | 72.4 in | -2.2 in |
| Height | 57.0 in | 66.3 in | -9.3 in |
| Curb Weight | 3201 lb. | 3592 lb. | -391 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 15.1 gal. | 0.8 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 38.2 in | 39.9 in | -1.7 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.6 in | 56.0 in | -2.4 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.1 in | 54.8 in | -1.7 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.3 in | 40.4 in | 1.9 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 36.4 in | 39.0 in | -2.6 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 47.0 in | 55.3 in | -8.3 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 41.5 in | 52.4 in | -10.9 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 33.9 in | 36.8 in | -2.9 in |
| Total Legroom | 76.2 in (over 2 rows) | 77.2 in (over 2 rows) | -1 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.9 ft3 | 34.3 ft3 | -21.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 20.2 ft3 | 67.8 ft3 | -47.6 ft3 |
| 2010 Volvo C30 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2011 | 2dr Hatch turbocharged 227hp 2.5L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Excellent support for very long drives. Passengers in the rear say the same. see full Volvo C30 review |
| 2010 Volvo C30 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2011 | 2dr Hatch turbocharged 227hp 2.5L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Lack of leg room. This car is a two seater. see full Volvo C30 review |
| 2013 Ford Escape Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2013 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 240hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Front seats are comfortable AFTER removing headrests and re-installing them backwards. see full Ford Escape review |
| 2013 Ford Escape Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2012 | 4dr SUV 171-horsepower 2.5L I4 6-speed automatic FWD |
It's a tad bit tight in the drivers seat. I have to postion the seat just right to avoid hitting my right knee on the center console, and I frequently hit the light switch when getting out. I'm only 5'9", so not that large of a person. see full Ford Escape review |